Guru: My Days with Del Close
by Jeff Griggs
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Author: Jeff GriggsEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-04-25
ISBN: 1566636140
Number of pages: 288
Publisher: Ivan R Dee
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Book Review: A great portrayal of Del, and of Improvisers in general
Summary: 5 Stars
What impressed me most about this book was not Griggs' compelling portrayal of Del Close (although I loved it), nor the way that it filled in gaps in Close's biography that I only had to guess at before. What I liked most about it was Griggs' descriptions of what it's like to be an improviser in the scene; taking classes, being in ensembles and learning from giants. I certainly can relate, and that's what helped make this book such an essential read for me. This book is a must for disciples of Close. It's funny, touching, wonderfully human, highly informative. It made me feel like I had gotten to know Close well. After reading this book, I truly wish I had that honor.
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